Visa Guidance

Complete visa guidance for studying abroad. Country-wise requirements, documents, and fees.

Important Tips

Apply for visa at least 2-3 months before departure
Keep all original documents and 2 sets of photocopies
Carry proof of sufficient funds (6 months bank statement)
Get medical insurance before departure
Register with Indian Embassy on arrival
Keep emergency contacts saved offline
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Russia

Student Visa / Invitation Letter
Duration: 5-6 years
Process: Invitation from university → Apply at embassy → Medical check → Visa stamping
Visa Fee: ~₹5,000-8,000
Documents:
PassportInvitation LetterPhotosMedical CertificateBank Statement
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Kyrgyzstan

Student Visa on Arrival
Duration: 5-6 years
Process: University admission → LOI → Visa on arrival at Bishkek airport
Visa Fee: ~₹3,000-5,000
Documents:
PassportLOIPhotosMedical Certificate
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Philippines

Student Visa (9F)
Duration: 5-6 years
Process: NOA from university → Apply at Philippine Embassy → Interview → Visa stamping
Visa Fee: ~₹8,000-12,000
Documents:
PassportNOATranscriptPhotosNBI ClearanceMedical
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Georgia

Study Permit
Duration: 6 years
Process: University acceptance → Apply online → Residence permit on arrival
Visa Fee: ~₹5,000-7,000
Documents:
PassportAcceptance LetterBank StatementMedical Insurance
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Bangladesh

Student Visa
Duration: 5 years
Process: Admission confirmation → Apply at Bangladesh High Commission
Visa Fee: ~₹2,000-4,000
Documents:
PassportAdmission LetterPhotosAcademic Certificates
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Nepal

No visa required for Indians
Duration: 5.5 years
Process: Direct admission → No visa needed for Indian citizens
Visa Fee: Free
Documents:
Passport / Voter IDAdmission Letter
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UK

Tier 4 Student Visa
Duration: Course duration
Process: CAS from university → Online application → Biometrics → Decision
Visa Fee: ~₹30,000-35,000
Documents:
PassportCASIELTSFinancial ProofTB Certificate
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USA

F-1 Student Visa
Duration: Course duration
Process: I-20 from university → DS-160 → SEVIS fee → Embassy interview
Visa Fee: ~₹14,000 + SEVIS ₹28,000
Documents:
PassportI-20DS-160SEVIS ReceiptFinancial DocsAcademic Records